Tactical Knives

About this book

The 1980s gave birth to combat knives a type of knife developed specifically for police and military Special Forces. This comprehensive reference is the first to illustrate the development varieties and applications of this advanced type of knife from its origins through today. Dozens of knife styles are identified and showcased including survival knives multi-tool tantos Bowie machetes and other trench commando boot and neck knives. Special attention is given to knives that served troops in WWII and Vietnam as well as those carried by todays Special Forces.